Publications by authors named "Antonia Ascrizzi"
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- Cardiac arrest (CA) is a critical condition, and survivors often experience post-cardiac arrest syndrome (PCAS), making echocardiograms essential for evaluating their condition.
- The study reviews existing literature to highlight the significance of transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms during and after cardiac arrest.
- The conclusion emphasizes that these echocardiogram techniques play crucial roles in diagnosing and predicting outcomes for patients during the CA phase and beyond.
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- Heart failure (HF) and atrial fibrillation (AF) are common and serious heart-related conditions that lead to increased health issues, hospital visits, and healthcare costs.
- These two diseases often occur together and influence each other, especially through the damaging effects of oxidative stress caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS), which can worsen heart structure and function.
- New medications for heart failure also help manage atrial fibrillation by reducing oxidative stress, and this review focuses on how these treatments can prevent and improve AF in patients with HF.
Background: Cardiovascular disease is a global health concern and reducing plasma LDL-C levels is a major goal in cardiovascular prevention. Our study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a nutraceutical formulation including leucoselect phytosome, red yeast rice, policosanol and folic acid on LDL-c levels in patients at low cardiovascular risk with dyslipidemia.
Materials And Methods: We prospectively enrolled all consecutive patients with dyslipidemia at low cardiovascular risk who were unresponsive to diet and physical activity.
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- Left ventricular arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy (ALVC) is a rare heart condition that has been reclassified as a type of non-dilated cardiomyopathy, and the review highlights its background, diagnosis, and risks of sudden cardiac death.
- There is limited data on ALVC, but it is recognized as a specific disease affecting the left ventricle, necessitating updated management strategies and understanding of associated risks.
- Diagnosis involves a comprehensive approach using cardiac magnetic resonance imaging and genetic testing, which are crucial for assessing the risk of sudden cardiac death and improving patient management, with more research needed to enhance knowledge about the condition.
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- Advances in pharmacogenomics are enabling personalized medicine, especially in treating cardiovascular diseases, which are the leading cause of death globally.
- Research shows that tailoring antiplatelet therapy based on a patient's genotype can enhance treatment effectiveness, especially for those with coronary heart disease.
- Understanding genetic variations can lead to better adherence to medications like statins and improve patient outcomes, ultimately reducing healthcare costs and mortality rates.